Myths and Misreading Hoover Obama Era Policy Turns
James H. “Smokey” Shott argues in a Daily Telegraph column that myths about Herbert Hoover and the Great Depression persist. He contends Hoover expanded spending and intervention, notes Smoot Hawley’s harm, and criticizes Obama era policy shifts and their impact on jobs and growth.
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United States
Andrew B. Wilson
Wall Street Journal
Herbert Hoover
U.S
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Los Angeles Aqueduct
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Boulder) Dam
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Cluefield Baily Telegraph Staff Roles Noted
Publication masthead lists Darryl Hudson publisher and news editor with Andy Patton Brian Woodson Samantha Perry in senior roles. City editor Bill Archer Charles Owens are also named alongside a Bible verse proverb reference.
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Andy Patton
Brian Woodson
Bill Archer Charles Owens
Copper theft cripples Frontier service in McDowell County
Frontier reports last week’s copper theft damaged a remote line west of Maybeury, cutting telephone and Internet for more than 6,800 customers. Zach Tomblin warns daily occurrences, urging tougher penalties and intensified education while an active investigation continues.
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McDowell County
Zach Tomblin
West Virginia
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McDowell Counties
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Truthful political discourse and educated voting urged
A reader urges clarity in politics, the party platform, and government roles. The letter argues propaganda harms discussion, calls for factual information, explanations of how government and parties work, and choosing candidates by qualifications rather than single issues for wiser, prosperous citizenry. Bill Morefield Princeton
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Bill Morefield
Princeton
Letters to the Editor submission guidance
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph invites public issue letters and notes required details. Include signature address and phone number and mail to P O Box 1599 Bluefield West Virginia 24701 for publication consideration.
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Weakened Obama makes Perry look plausible
Dan K. Thomasson argues that Rick Perry could beat Barack Obama if the president fails to reverse a stalled economy. He contrasts Perry's Texas self reliance with Obamas indecision and notes Romney as a fleeting edge, warning that Obama has six months to turn around policy and public opinion.
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Federal Reserve
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